Databricks Technical Lead

We have an exciting opportunity at Downer Group for a Databricks Technical Lead. This is a multi-functional role responsible for all aspects of the architecture, design, build and maintenance of the enterprise data hub on a Databricks platform. If you have a strategic mindset and the ability to balance big-picture thinking with operational detail, we would love to hear from you!

This is a permanent role with a hybrid work arrangement. You will be working in a collaborative and supportive environment. 

Reporting to the Head of Data Platforms, this newly created role involves working closely with vendors and cross business unit data teams. This is a hands-on technical role that will lead the design and build of data solutions across a wide range of business and technology initiatives.

About Your Role

The Databricks Technical Lead will work across various functional areas including platform administration, data governance, data management, data modelling and data engineering. 

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of Azure and Databricks-based solutions. 
• Implement best practices for data engineering, including governance and security.
• Ensure we build and maintain a cost effective, high performance, scalable and secure data platform. 
• Oversee the implementation of data pipelines, ETL processes and analytics solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams. 
• Design and develop data pipelines using Databricks.
• Optimise and maintain data workflows, ensuring data quality and integrity. 

About You:

You are a dynamic communicator with the ability to influence and engage with a wide range of stakeholders. An agile problem-solver, you have a passion for building robust, scalable data solutions that drive business innovation and operational efficiency.

You will also bring with you:

• Minimum of 6 years experience working in data engineering/data platforms roles. 
• Extensive knowledge and experience with Azure cloud technologies and tools.
• Strong experience working with Databricks.
• Good working knowledge of Unity Catalogue.
• Data modelling experience.
• Experience working in large enterprise data environments.
• Experience with data cataloguing solutions.
• Good understanding of data governance and data security solutions.
• Experience working with data operations teams / support models. 

Benefits of Working with Downer: 

• Work with an ASX listed company; working with market leaders.
• Grow your career with us, we are passionate about giving our people opportunities to grow through personal and professional development and continuous learning:
  •  Professional development programs
  • Access to professional memberships and industry networks
• Be part of a team that cares, we foster a work environment built on support that is flexible around our employee’s wellbeing needs:
  • Parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Programs promoting diversity and inclusion
• A range of Corporate Benefits, including: 
  • Discounted services (car hires, hotels, insurance, retail stores, gyms)
  • Salary sacrifice superannuation 

At Downer, our approach to diversity is what sets us apart. Our people can be their best by bringing their most authentic selves to work every day. Downer is made up of more than 33,000 people who are all different. Different preferences and perspectives. Different histories and heritages. We are different in the way we think, the actions we take and the unique value we contribute to Downer and it’s these differences that are Downer’s greatest strength. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone. 

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.